Meaning & use
matriculation
The act of formally enrolling as a student at a college or university.
See it in a sentence
Matriculation ceremonies mark the official beginning of a new student's academic journey.
She completed matriculation at the state university after submitting all required documents.
A note on using this word
In some countries, especially in South Asia, 'matriculation' (or 'matric') instead refers to the examination that completes secondary schooling, not university enrollment.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
In some countries, the examination or qualification marking the completion of secondary school education.
He passed his matriculation exams with top marks before moving on to college.
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